Zaveri Bazaar

Mumbai (Bombay)


Wander the narrow lanes of Mumbai's jewellery market in search of gems, jewels and gold – 65% of India's gold trade emerges from here. Notable jewellers include Tribhovandas Bhimji Zaveri, Dhirajlal Bhimji Zaveri, Tanishq, Keertilals, Dwarkadas Chandumal and UTZ.


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